Caregiver decision fatigue: How to know if you’re suffering from it and ways to cope
Think about how many decisions you’ve made today. When your alarm went off, you may have decided to sleep in...
Senior care
Don’t call it ‘quiet quitting’ when it’s just setting a boundary between family and work
'Quiet quitting' is the trendy new name for setting healthy boundaries at work, but many parents and caregivers resent its...
What to look for to find the right fit with a home care provider
Looking to hire an in-home senior care provider? Make sure they tick all these boxes.
9 things to consider before moving mom or dad in with you
Thinking about having mom or dad move in with you? Be sure to take these things into account first.
Hiring a memory care provider: What to ask, according to experts
Once you’ve narrowed down your list of prospective memory care providers, it’s critical to gather as much information as possible....
10 TikTok seniors who are making their mark and going viral
Don't miss these trailblazing and spectacular seniors on TikTok who are making their mark. You'll want to add them to...
Getting a flu shot may decrease Alzheimer’s risk for older adults, study finds
A growing body of research from UT Health suggests getting a yearly flu shot may also help protect aging adults...
Positive social interactions boost older adults’ mood and sense of purpose
A new study shows that even brief positive interactions go a long way towards improving seniors' well-being and quality of...
Home care vs. nursing homes: How to figure out which is right for your loved one
Here’s a closer look at the pros and cons of in-home care and nursing homes as well as how to...
Partner or caregiver? How to manage the impact of caregiving on your relationship
From how the shift will affect your romantic relationship to tips on figuring out how to balance your new role...
How seniors and caregivers can use TikTok to boost mental and physical health
TikTok for seniors? Move over millennials. Older adults are all over the popular app — and it's great for their...
Best activities for seniors with limited mobility, according to experts
Looking for ideas to get seniors with limited mobility moving? Here are expert-backed ideas.
How parents and caregivers can recharge when depletion takes its toll
The pure depletion this has led to is a case for finding a way to put yourself first, says Hartstein....
What is aphasia? Here’s what seniors and caregivers should know
Here’s what to know about aphasia, including how the disease is diagnosed and treated and ways caregivers can help patients...
Viral tweet calls out America for forcing women to shoulder the caregiving load
This Twitter thread is a reminder that women disproportionately care for aging seniors, too, and they need support.
When your spouse has dementia: How to cope following diagnosis, according to experts
Finding out that your spouse or partner has been diagnosed with any type of disease can be a scary and...
When an older loved one is struggling financially: How to help and cope
Here’s expert advice for how to emotionally support your parents if they’re struggling financially — and tips for keeping your...
7 Ways to Meet Other Caregivers
Caregiving can be lonely business. You may wave at other nannies at the park, but your attention is on the...
Inflation may cost Americans an extra $5,200 this year and families are feeling the strain
Rising inflation has working families struggling to afford groceries, gas and other everyday expenses.
Seniors are now eligible for second COVID booster shots: What you need to know
Adults 50 and older and people who are under 50 who are immunocompromised are now eligible to get a second...
What you need to know before becoming a family caregiver
Few people plan to take on the role of a family caregiver. Yet each year, many Americans find themselves shouldering...
Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s: 3 tips for family caregivers
As you take on more responsibility for helping your loved one who has dementia or Alzheimer's, your roles will definitely...
Screen time could be the drug-free mood-booster every person with dementia needs
Anyone who has cared for a senior with dementia and its accompanying negative moods — from confusion to anger, sadness...
How to know when it’s time for a nursing home
Here are some signs that might indicate a nursing home is needed, both for the aging person and for those...
This International Women’s Day, if you want to #BreakTheBias, start at home
It's time we all look inside our households and examine the ways caregiving and housework — from caring for kids...
Long-term care insurance: The basics
Planning out how to care for yourself and your loved ones years down the road from now might not be...
Loneliness is linked to heart disease in older women: What caregivers should know
A new study highlights just how important social connections are for cardiovascular health, especially for senior women.
6 traits every professional senior caregiver should have
Debby Bitticks’ father-in-law was in a bad caregiver situation until she and her husband brought him home. Now Bitticks, producer of...
6 Tips for Creating a Memory Book of Your Loved One’s Life
When I told my grandma that I wanted to interview her about her life, she looked at me matter-of-factly and...
6 ways aging boomers are leaving their adult kids speechless
Here are the biggest eye-openers for Gen Xers and Millennials who are caring for their aging parents.
How I managed to let go while caring for my aging parents as they struggled through illness
Yes, we can organize care and meals, make the house easier to navigate and keep it clean, but then what...
Talking to kids about dementia: Tips you need to know
A dementia diagnosis can be troubling and confusing for family members of all ages. Here, experts offer advice on when...
How to talk to your aging loved one about transitioning to senior living
If you’re considering care options for your loved one and preparing to discuss a move into facility care, here’s what...
The omicron variant: What we know so far
Here’s what we know about the omicron variant so far, as well as what experts are recommending to keep yourself...
October “Senior Sense”- Caregiving for Geriatric Mental Health
By Chandi Deitmer, LICSW, Senior Care Advisor As a caregiver already swept up in the complexities of older adult care,...
5 questions to ask yourself before making a will
Most of us know that we should have a will — it’s just a matter of getting around to doing it. Regardless...
4 ways to pay for long-term care with life insurance
Regardless of how healthy and fit you are now, the chances are good that you or your spouse may need...
Hospital visitation rights: 3 things you should know
If you’ve ever spent time in a hospital, you know that visitors can be a welcome—and sometimes essential—part of the...
Do you need a probate lawyer? 4 questions to ask
Navigating the probate process can be tricky and time-consuming for any executor. As the person in charge of carrying out the...
Should older adults buy life insurance?
One of the main benefits of life insurance is ensuring that your dependents would be provided for in the event of your...